I agree that it all depends on personal preferences. For some, even minimal hints ruin the atmosphere, while for others, comfort is more important. A toggle really does seem like the best solution.
Interesting point of view. I also think that being able to choose the level of assistance yourself would help avoid unnecessary arguments between ‘traditionalists’ and those who prefer a simplified process.
I think the debate comes down to how much assistance should be allowed in daily games. Some players enjoy the purist, traditional approach — like using a physical board or an adjustable standing desk to recreate the slow, thoughtful pace of correspondence chess adjustable standing desk. In that context, even small hints like a checkmate indicator can feel intrusive. But for others, it’s just a convenience that helps avoid simple oversights. Maybe the best solution would be a toggle feature, so players can choose how much guidance they want from the analysis board.
Interesting point of view. I also think that being able to choose the level of assistance yourself would help avoid unnecessary arguments between ‘traditionalists’ and those who prefer a simplified process.
I think the debate comes down to how much assistance should be allowed in daily games. Some players enjoy the purist, traditional approach — like using a physical board or an adjustable standing desk to recreate the slow, thoughtful pace of correspondence chess adjustable standing desk. In that context, even small hints like a checkmate indicator can feel intrusive. But for others, it’s just a convenience that helps avoid simple oversights. Maybe the best solution would be a toggle feature, so players can choose how much guidance they want from the analysis board.